Things to do in Whitchurch

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Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

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1. Brecon Beacons National Park

The park is made up of 519 square miles of mountain ranges, river valleys, rolling hills, forests, lakes, waterfalls and hidden caves. In among this stunning natural beauty, you will also find some of Wales’ most colourful towns, pubs, farmers’ markets and Michelin-starred restaurants. The quaint village of Llanddewi Skirrid near Abergavenny is particularly worth a visit.
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Brecon Beacons National Park which includes a waterfall, a lake or waterhole and rainforest

2. Gloucester Cathedral

Visit Gloucester Cathedral to discover centuries of British art, architecture and history at one of its most impressive cathedrals. Admire the range of architectural styles, descend down to the ancient crypt and enjoy views of Gloucestershire’s lush countryside from the tower. Walk in the footsteps of celebrated kings and famous movie stars.
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Gloucester Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

3. Gloucester Docks

Gloucester Docks is a stylish commercial and residential waterfront district with many things to do. Attend maritime festivals, visit ancient ruins and shop at antique stores, boutiques and well-known retailers. Gloucester Docks was once Britain’s most inland port and traded in everything from fruit and grain to timber, wine and wool. Today, the Victorian merchant warehouses have been converted into a contemporary space that mixes tourism with maritime heritage.
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Merchants\' Quay featuring signage, shopping and street scenes

4. Thornbury Castle

Set in an estate of lush parkland and glorious Tudor gardens is Thornbury Castle. Spend a day enjoying the regal elegance and sumptuousness of this one-time residence of British monarchs. Treat yourself to a night of romance in the castle’s ornate rooms. Dine on meals inspired by food grown in the castle gardens and indulge in therapeutic massage treatments.
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Walk the grounds once traversed by royalty, dine in a dungeon and spend the night in a room fit for a king.

5. Tintern Abbey

Tintern Abbey was founded by Walter de Clare, lord of Chepstow, in 1131. Monks lived, worked and prayed here for 400 years until the abbey was dissolved by Henry VIII in 1536, along with all other monasteries in England, Wales and Ireland.
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Tintern Abbey showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Popular places to visit

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Goodrich Castle

Goodrich Castle is just one of the places to see in Goodrich, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Goodrich Castle
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Symonds Yat West Leisure Park

Enjoy an outing to Symonds Yat West Leisure Park during your stay in Ross-on-Wye. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Symonds Yat West Leisure Park
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Wilton Castle

You can find out about the history of Wilton with a visit to Wilton Castle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Wilton Castle
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St Mary's Church

You can find out about the history of Foy when you stop by St Mary's Church. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

St Mary's Church
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The Phoenix Theatre

You can enjoy a show at The Phoenix Theatre during your stay in Ross-on-Wye. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

The Phoenix Theatre
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Made In Ross Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Made In Ross Gallery during your trip to Ross-on-Wye. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

Made In Ross Gallery
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The Prospect

Explore the great outdoors at The Prospect, a lovely green space in Ross-on-Wye. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

The Prospect
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The Maltings

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Maltings during your stay in Ross-on-Wye. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

The Maltings
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Ross-on-Wye